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Medical Device Manufacturing
US
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Sciton Inc. Sustainability Profile

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Sciton Inc., a leading innovator in the medical aesthetics industry, is headquartered in the United States. Founded in 1997, the company has established itself as a pioneer in advanced laser and light-based technologies, focusing on skin rejuvenation, body contouring, and hair removal. With a commitment to research and development, Sciton has introduced a range of unique products, including the Joule X and BBL systems, which are renowned for their versatility and efficacy. Operating primarily in North America and expanding into international markets, Sciton has garnered a strong reputation for quality and innovation. The company’s dedication to clinical excellence and customer satisfaction has positioned it as a trusted partner for medical professionals worldwide. Notable achievements include numerous awards for product innovation and a robust portfolio of patented technologies, solidifying Sciton's status as a leader in the aesthetic device market.

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28

Industry Average

Mean score of companies in the Medical Device Manufacturing industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

30

Industry Benchmark

Sciton Inc.'s score of 28 is lower than 51% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.

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Sciton Inc.'s reported carbon emissions

In 2023, Sciton Inc. reported total carbon emissions of approximately 530,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (market-based) and 329,000 kg CO2e for Scope 2 (location-based). Additionally, their Scope 3 emissions included about 949,762,000 kg CO2e from investments and approximately 3,282,000 kg CO2e from business travel. Comparatively, in 2022, the company recorded Scope 2 emissions of about 565,000 kg CO2e (market-based) and 350,000 kg CO2e (location-based), with Scope 3 emissions of approximately 879,819,000 kg CO2e from investments and around 2,953,000 kg CO2e from business travel. Despite these figures, Sciton Inc. has not established specific reduction targets or initiatives, nor do they participate in recognised climate pledges such as the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The absence of Scope 1 emissions data indicates a potential area for improvement in their emissions reporting. Overall, while Sciton Inc. has disclosed significant Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions, their climate commitments and reduction strategies remain unclear, highlighting an opportunity for enhanced transparency and action in addressing their carbon footprint.

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20222023
Scope 1
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Scope 2
565,000
000,000
Scope 3
882,772,000
000,000,000

How Carbon Intensive is Sciton Inc.'s Industry?

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Some industries are more carbon intensive than others. Sciton Inc.'s primary industry is Medical Device Manufacturing, which is very low in terms of carbon intensity compared to other industries.

How Carbon Intensive is Sciton Inc.'s Location?

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The carbon intensity of the energy grid powering a company's primary operations has a strong influence on its overall carbon footprint. This request for Sciton Inc. is in US, which has a low grid carbon intensity relative to other regions.

Sciton Inc.'s Scope 3 Categories Breakdown

Sciton Inc.'s Scope 3 emissions, which increased by 8% last year and increased by approximately 8% since 2022, demonstrating supply chain emissions tracking. Their carbon footprint includes supplier sustainability and value chain emissions data across Scope 3 categories, with "Investments" being the largest emissions source at 100% of Scope 3 emissions.

Top Scope 3 Categories

2023
Investments
100%
Business Travel
<1%

Sciton Inc.'s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.

Sciton Inc. has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.

Science Based Targets Initiative
Carbon Disclosure Project
The Climate Pledge
UN Global Compact
RE 100
Climate Action 100
Race To Net Zero
Reduction Actions

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